Fergus and Anne Maxwell’s bar and informal restaurant in this recently by-passed town, has an inviting black and white frontage with well-maintained window boxes, and there’s a welcoming atmosphere in the comfortable, low-ceilinged receptio ... more...
In this basement premises at the canal end of Baggot Street, Pol OhEannraich, former head chef at Dax, aims to offer 'quality food at reasonable prices' along with a broad choice of wines (a full 60 wines are available both by the full bottle and 275ml ... more...
Just a short walk from Lecarrow's attractive little harbour, this smartly presented restaurant is deservedly popular.
Open from late morning onwards every day, it’s a friendly and welcoming place, offering generous portions.
On a short à ... more...
Good, fast and moderately priced food is the aim at this sister restaurant of Colleen Bennett's famous Holywood restaurant, Fontana(see entry).
Informal ingredients-led dining in bright, informal surroundings has always been the philosophy and here it ... more...
It may have been five years in the making but wow, did Lucie and Carlos Capparelli's much-anticipated restaurant ever hit the ground running when this gorgeous place finally opened in August 2025.
A restored 18th-century water mill (albeit ele ... more...
Atmospherically set in the lovely old O'Brien's pub premises (with the original signage still in place), Marog and Sally O'Brien's wonderful Farmgate Lismore hit the ground running when it opened in summer 2024 - and is proving a magical addition ... more...
A brightly painted and, in summer, flower-bedecked traditional pub frontage sets a welcoming tone at Spitalfields. Situated in the heart of The Liberties - the 'auld Dublin' of song and legend - it's near St Patrick's and Christchurch cathedrals and a ... more...
Carlow is one of Ireland’s loveliest counties yet - surprisingly, considering its convenience to the capital - perhaps also one of the most underrated. But that may be a plus for visitors, who will find an idyllically lush and unspoilt place with ... more...
Everybody loves Burkes pub in Clonbur - this characterful old family-run pub is one of this attractive village’s greatest assets, well known for atmosphere, music and homely food.
It’s a friendly, welcoming place no matter when you might d ... more...
Right in the heart of Glenavy village, Paul Masterson's friendly pub/restaurant (formerly McGeown’s) has recently had a contemporary makeover but its origins go back to the 17th century and an open fire provides a timeless welcome.
Open for lunc ... more...